Finance Your Business

3 Things to Consider Before Lending Money to Your S Corp

Team ZenBusiness September 1, 2022

Hopefully, it will be a long time before we go through another time period like our current one. Our current situation is leading small business owners to consider how to keep their doors open, and some may have to inject their own money into the company to maintain the business. While most are just trying to ...

21 Part-Time Side Businesses Ideas to Start in Your Spare Time

By Elizabeth Fels September 1, 2022

You can start and run a profitable business without a full-time commitment. Here are 21 proven ideas as well as some of the easiest businesses to start. With a few hours of dedication each week, you can turn your dream of a side business into a reality. Etsy Shop Dog Walking Business Home Landscaping Start ...

10 Easy Ways to Make Money This Summer

Team ZenBusiness August 13, 2022

When you think about it — who wouldn’t enjoy having some extra cash stashed aside for all the amazing summer (travel) plans? However, not everyone had the chance to earn that extra buck throughout the year because there are always things to pay, bills to foot, debts to return, etc. Do not despair! With summer ...

50 Self-Employed Business Ideas You Can Start for Under $100

Team ZenBusiness August 4, 2022

Ready to live the dream and work for yourself? Worried about startup expenses? Here are 50 self-employed business ideas you can start for under $100! Starting your own business is the dream for many. The ability to set your own hours, to determine the type of work you do, and earn your income as you wish is ...

Do Work-from-Home Employees Reduce a Business’s Expenses?

By Janet Attard August 2, 2022

Allowing employees to work from home could reduce your business’s expenses, but you may have to reimburse your employees for their costs of working from home. Here are important details to consider. Can a business cut costs by having employees work from home? Do the benefits of remote workers outweigh the potential disadvantages and challenges? ...

9 Best Recession-Proof Businesses

Team ZenBusiness August 1, 2022

The global financial meltdown caused by the pandemic has been rough on most people, including small business owners. But some types of businesses consistently weather hard economic times better than others. In retrospect, when a recession is officially declared, the economy has already been down for months. During such a period, companies are forced to ...

Where to Get Money to Start a Business

By Janet Attard July 1, 2022

Where can you get money to start a business? Finding business startup funding is one of the biggest hurdles for entrepreneurs. Here are 18 ways to get the money to launch your new business. Determining how to get the money to start a business is one of the first challenges most startup entrepreneurs face. When ...

How to Plan for Business Maintenance Expenses

Team ZenBusiness July 1, 2022

When you buy a new business, you already know part of your budget will be allotted for building expenses and repairs. Once you’re settled in, you’ll get more of an idea of what you’re really looking at as far as seasonal maintenance goes. If you’re just starting out, here are several expenditures you’ll want to ...

Using Tax Credits As Revenue for Your Business

Team ZenBusiness June 20, 2022

Starting a business can be overwhelming. There’s filing for licenses and permits; figuring out how to classify both the business and employees; writing a business plan and more. It’s enough to make an entrepreneur’s head spin. What does the new generation of business owners need to know about starting a business? Submitted by Doug Ludlow, ...

How to Claim the Standard Mileage Deduction for Business Use of Car

by Lisa Freeman June 10, 2022

Taking the standard mileage deduction when you use your car for business can yield big savings on your taxes. Find out what the 2022 IRS mileage rate is and what the IRS’s rules are for taking this deduction. If you use a car in your business, you could be entitled to some substantial tax deductions. ...

Six Summertime Survival Tips for Work-at-Home Moms

By Jill Hart and Diana Ennen June 1, 2022

The kids are out of school and you hear the pool calling your name… but your home business still needs as much of your attention as ever. Here are six tips work-at-home moms and dads can use to keep their businesses running smoothly over the summer months. Summer is one of the most difficult seasons ...

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